House GOP Budget Bill Fails: Trump, Johnson Suffer Major Setback

House Republicans' Budget Bill Fails in Committee: A Stunning Rebuke for Trump and Johnson Washington, D.C. - In a significant blow to the House Republican party, their proposed budget bill failed to pass committee today in a 16-21 vote. The bill, which included substantial cuts to Medicaid and other social programs, faced considerable opposition even within the Republican caucus. Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to secure passage were unsuccessful, despite an attempt by Donald Trump to rally support on Truth Social. "This is an absolute disaster for House Republicans," stated Aaron Parnas, political commentator. The failure highlights deep divisions within the party, with disagreements arising over various aspects of the bill, including even the proposed salt tax deduction. Some hardline Republicans reportedly sought even more drastic cuts to Medicaid than those originally included in the legislation. The setback forces the bill back to the drawing board, leaving uncertainty about the future of the Republican budget agenda. The outcome serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the party in navigating internal divisions and advancing its legislative priorities.